Creative Process
Impulse and Direction
Ideas for new paintings usually come at the least expected moments. They simply appear in my mind.
The most important, and at the same time the most difficult, part of the creative process is visualising an idea – seeing the subject through the eyes of imagination. Very often, while working on one painting, the idea for the next one begins to take shape.
Sketching and Concept
The most important stage of the creative process is its beginning. At that point, I prefer to work in complete silence – no phone calls, no conversations, just stillness and focus. The first phase requires the greatest level of concentration.
I rarely make sketches, and if I do, they are very raw. Most of the time, I begin painting directly on the canvas.
Building Composition and Detail
The initial idea gradually develops into a painting, and at times it transforms into an entirely new vision. That is why the early stage of creation is often the most dynamic – new ideas appear frequently, and significant changes take place. I may begin with one vision, while the final result turns out to be something profoundly different.
This is a stage that demands time and precision, as the painting slowly gains depth, rhythm and its own internal logic. The process often involves revisions and adjustments, continuing until the final result feels complete.
Finalisation
It is very difficult for me to define the exact moment when I consider a painting finished. Technically, it may be refined in every detail, yet the question remains whether I am truly satisfied with the final result. If I feel that something still needs improvement, I begin another stage of corrections, and sometimes even larger changes.
More often than not, what seems like a finished painting draws me back in, and I continue making further adjustments. This process can last a long time. In truth, I believe that every work can always be improved in some way.
